Woman gives birth to twin babies while using pit toilet & is quizzed by police who suspect fowl play

The police in Limpopo, South Africa on Monday confirmed they were investigating a case of concealment of
birth after twin newborn babies were allegedly rescued from a pit toilet just
outside Polokwane, IOL reports.

The
incident reportedly happened on Sunday after the mother, 30, began experiencing
some complications, according to Limpopo police spokesperson Captain Mohlaka
Mashiane.

"She
then went to the toilet and at that point, proceeded to give birth. Following
this, a rescue team was summoned to the scene and managed to rescue one baby.

"The
other was unfortunately declared dead on the scene," Mashiane further
said.

The
mother and her surviving baby were then taken to the hospital for further care.
Mashiane confirmed that a case of concealment of birth had been opened.

"No arrests have been made but a case has
been opened for further investigation," he said.